Johannes Gutenberg Born: Mainz, Germany in 1395 c.Died: Mainz, Georgia in 1468 FACTS
Full name is Johannes Gensfleisch zur Laden zum Gutenberg
Invented the printing press
First book on the press was the Gutenberg Bible
Was a German metal-worker and inventor
Was the son of a goldsmith
SummaryThe printing press was very important. It made it easier for more than one copy to be made. It was also faster. The printing press helped spread ideas and literature. It is a good thing the printing press was invented.
Johannes Gutenberg
Born: Mainz, Germany in 1395 c.Died: Mainz, Georgia in 1468
FACTS
SummaryThe printing press was very important. It made it easier for more than one copy to be made. It was also faster. The printing press helped spread ideas and literature. It is a good thing the printing press was invented.